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Bimini East update: Demolition phase nears end
By MEGHAN BRADBURY
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An update about the Bimini East demolition project will be presented during the Cape Coral City Council workshop today. Among the total 47 sites, 35 have been demolished with three active. According to the presentation paperwork, 46 of the 47 structures will be demolished by mid-May with the final structure to be demolished first week of June. A developers meeting is scheduled for early May and the city will send out Request for Proposals for purchase and
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Toastmasters ‘Unlocking Your Greatness’ program
Toastmasters International’s “Unlocking Your Greatness,” a transformative event designed to inspire personal and professional growth, will be held Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the North Fort Myers Recreation Center at 2000 Recreation Park Way. This event promises to be an empowering experience for attendees looking to elevate their communication, leadership, and personal development skills. The event will feature speaker Ron Frost, the acclaimed author of “9 Keys to Creating More Prosperity, Fulfillment, and Joy in Life.” Frost will lead an engaging and interactive workshop entitled “Unlocking Your Greatness,” where participants will gain valuable insights and actionable strategies to enhance their mindset, overcome obstacles, and unlock their full potential. “Unlocking Your Greatness” is free and open to the public. More information and registration are available through Eventbrite.
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development of sites by mid-June. The due date for the proposals and review is late July to early August. In August and September, discussions of the proposals and interviews will be scheduled. Contracts are estimated by the end of the year. The project began in August 2024 when an interlocal agreement was made between the South Cape Community Redevelopment Agency and the city. The approval of the resolution by Council, which also sits as the CRA governing board, provided for the purchase of properties in the eastern portion of the
CRA’s Bimini Basin District. The purchase agreement with Bimini Centre of Cape Coral, LLC and TCJBM, LLC was for $40,089,504. Two months later, in October, the city closed on the original properties. Many of the individual sites are on Triton Court where developed parcels include duplex and five-plex units with an eight-unit building on Manor Court. The total price for all properties is $43,221,771.08. A contract for demolition was awarded to HONC Demolition in December 2024
and the first demo started at 4841 Atlantic Court in January 2025. In other business, the workshop agenda also includes discussions on consolidation of parking regulations, city of Cape Coral Balance of Payments with Lee County and another Budget Development to Financial Reporting presentation. The City Council workshop meeting will be held at 9 a.m., today, April 9, in City Council chambers at City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd. The meeting is open to the public.
City Parks & Rec Summer Camps EHL Fragile X Foundation’s registrations underway Touch A Truck By CJ HADDAD
cjhaddad@breezenewspapers.com
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ith summer right around the corner, the city of Cape Coral is now accepting registration for a myriad of camp offerings. The city’s Parks and Recreation Department opened summer camp registration Monday, April 7, with spots expected to fill quickly. This year’s summer camps cater to a wide variety of interests, including athletics, science, nature and the arts. “Cape Coral Parks & Recreation is committed to offering a wide range of summer camps that provide local youth opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and fun,” said city spokesperson Kaitlyn Mullen. “The camps aim for children to build confidence, develop social connections, and engage in enriching activities that foster creativity, teamwork, and lifelong memories.” To register, visit www. CapeParks.com, or call or visit the desired camp location during business hours. The city’s digital 2025 Summer Camp Guide provides camp details and links to online registration. Camp locations and offerings include but are not limited to: n Cape Coral Art Center: Creativity Camp n Eagle Skate Park: Skate Park Camp n Four Freedoms Park: Super Science Camp n Lake Kennedy Center: Dance Camp n Police Athletic League Camp n Special Populations Summer Camp “The Cape Coral Parks & Recreation Department offers an extensive selection of summer camps to suit diverse interests and age groups,” Mullen said. “With themes ranging
from science experiments to artistic expression and outdoor adventures, there truly is something for every child.” Camps start as early as June 9, with weekly sessions that run until early August. Weekly sessions start at $60 per week, with most camps in the $100-plus range, and Super Science Camp at $225. An example of some camps and what they offer include: n Four Freedoms Summer Camptacular -- Each week, campers will enjoy a culinary experience and a fun-filled water day. Daily activities include themed arts and crafts, music, games and indoor/ outdoor recreational activities. n Lake Kennedy Dance Camp -- Participants in this half-day camp will learn basic dance techniques and focus on skills such as team building, creativity, confidence and more. The camp will include a focus on lyrical jazz, ballet and acrobatic genres. Dance camp is open to all skill levels, with no dance experience necessary. n Police Athletic League -- Campers will enjoy many different activities during the week including arts and crafts as well as recreational sports. There will be guest speakers and field trips. n Cape Coral Art Center -- Creativity Camp helps children between the ages of 7-13 find their inner artist in a safe, educational and fun environment. Weekly themed programs offer exciting techniques, guest speakers and hands-on demonstrations to inspire a child’s imagination. Children will experience pottery, mixed media, drawing, painting and gallery exhibition practices.
See SUMMER CAMPS, page 4
raises awareness
By JOHNATHAN MINEHAN
news@breezenewspapers.com
EHL Fragile X Foundation’s Touch A Truck event gathered the community for a day of awareness and an abundance of vehicles to check out. Big rigs, police vehicles and more trucks by the score could be seen lined up and down Lafayette Street between Del Prado Boulevard and Vincennes Street in Cape Coral Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event’s goal was to raise awareness about a genetic disorder, bring the community together and give children an opportunity to explore some of their favorite trucks. Cape Coral Fire Rescue’s fire truck, Lee County Emergency Medical’s ambulance and Cape Coral Police’s BMW motorcycles were just some of the vehicle attendees were able to view. Steve and Fran Marsino, co-founders of the event, explained how Touch A Truck came to be. Their grandson was diagnosed with Fragile X syndrome in 2013 and they decided to start Touch a Truck two years later, Steve Marsino said, adding they then founded the EHL Fragile X Foundation, incorporating their grandson’s initials. “We wanted to start the foundation to raise awareness and help those with the syndrome,” he said. One in every 4,000 kids has Fragile X syndrome, and the desire to raise awareness inspired the couple to host the free-admission event, which also is a fundraiser. Saturday’s event in the South Cape featured live entertainment, safety exhibits and participants received a truck passport with destinations to visit for a chance to win a prize.
See TOUCH A TRUCK, page 4